COA Flags P242-M Idle Medical Equipment Due to Unfinished Gov't Hospitals
The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged P242.358 million worth of medical equipment as idle in 2025, primarily due to the lack of operational readiness in recipient government hospitals and health centers. This highlights persistent issues in the implementation of the Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP).
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